We are looking for sponsors for 2010. If you are interested please contact harriet.ryan@henleylitfestival.co.uk

Thank you to our sponsors in 2009.

  HW Fisher & Company | www.hwfisher.co.uk | 0207 388 7000

HW Fisher & Company is a UK top-30 chartered accountancy practice, part of The Fisher Organisation, based in London. Our Authors and Journalists Group is dedicated to writers and our wide portfolio of clients includes authors, playwrights, poets, national press and magazine journalists, broadcasters and scriptwriters. We have a wealth of experience in the sector and offer a range of specialist services, including income tax planning, VAT consultancy and financial counselling. We also advise on income from abroad, the use of limited companies, systems and accounts, pensions and life assurance, and mortgages. By drawing on the resources of the wider Fisher Organisation, we can also offer businesses, whatever their size, strategic planning, back-office services, IT sercives, corporate finance, forensic accounting, property advice, corporate recovery, and wealth management and financial services.

   The Bell Bookshop | 52, Bell Street, Henley-on-Thames | 01491 572 583

The Bell Bookshop has been the bookselling partner and sponsor of the Henley Literary Festival since its inception in 2007. We will be on site at all the major events and venues to enable festival-goers to buy books by their favourite authors and have them signed. Our lovely Grade II listed shop in historic Bell Street will be open as usual during the Festival: true bibliophiles will be delighted to find an old-fashioned, independent bookshop with an eclectic range of stock. Established over 40 years ago, The Bell Bookshop has served several generations of Henley folk and is fortunate to count many local authors and celebrities among its loyal customers. Open Monday - Saturday, 9.30 - 5.30.

  Hotel du Vin | www.hotelduvin.com | 01491 848 4000

Dating back to Georgian times, the former Brakspear brewery in Hart Street is now home to the elegant Hotel du Vin and Bistro. With 43 bedrooms, meetings rooms, a billiards room and a luxurious bar, this is the place to meet and greet in Henley.

Laithwaites Wine | www.laithwaites.co.uk | 0871 704 2064

Laithwaites Wine is a specialist independent wine merchant, with one of the most comprehensive wine ranges in the UK, currently sourced from 21 countries. The company was founded forty years ago by Tony Laithwaite and wine remains at the heart of our business. We continue to uphold Tony's founding principle - that the best wine is found by establishing strong relationships with our suppliers.

  The Regal Cinema | www.picturehouses.co.uk | 0871 704 2064

Henley’s cinema was saved by a vigorous campaign backed by Beatle George Harrison, who lived in the town. Now part of the independent Picturehouse group, the cinema screens opera and art films as well as mainstream releases.

Thought by Design | www.thoughtbydesign.co.uk | 01491 411 766

A highly creative agency with over 16 years’ experience in marketing and design, our work ranges from campaigns and corporate identity to websites and brochures in all areas of industry.

  Carole Nash Insurance | www.carolenash.com | 0800 804 7952

Carole Nash is one of the UK's top 40 brokers with over 230,000 policyholders. We are the most used motorcycle insurance specialist in the UK & Ireland, a major player in the classic car insurance sector and also provide a range of added-value private car, household and travel policies

Ward Consultancy | www.wardconsultancy.plc.uk | 01189 404 111

Ward Consultancy, based in Hare Hatch and London, provides a range of financial and tax advisory services to private and corporate clients and is ranked in the top 100 Independent Financial Advisers in the UK. Christopher Ward is delighted to be an event sponsor of the 2009 Henley Literary Festival, marking the foundation of his company 25 years ago this year.

SJD Events Ltd | www.sjdevents.com | 07770 406 879

SJD Events Limited, your local Wedding and Events Planner, works alongside you to achieve your dream day and make it a reality. We become the backbone of the day working behind the scenes, alleviating the stress so you can relax and enjoy the day, safe in the knowledge you are in capable hands. For a free, no obligation consultation to review your budget and ensure you are receiving ‘value for money’ call Sarah Ducker on the above number or email info@sjdevents.com

   Joules Clothing | www.joulesclothing.com

Fun clothing for the whole family. We’re crazy on quality and dotty about detail while adding quirky twists to Great British classics. 1 Market Place, Henley, www.joulesclothing.com

   BookRabbit | www.bookrabbit.com | hello@bookrabbit.com

BookRabbit is a social website for book lovers; a place of lively debate and inspiration where you can review and recommend books, and browse other people's bookshelves to discover new authors.

The Head Partnership | www.thpsolicitors.co.uk | 01189 756 622

The Head Partnership solicitors has been providing legal services to individuals and businesses since 1991 with offices in Henley and Lower Earley, Reading. Our services include wills and retirement planning, conveyancing, family mattes and commercial law, including contracts, property and employment. Our philosophy is to provide a service that gives the right solution to your problems quickly, with no fuss, and at a reasonable cost.

The Lamb at Satwell | www.thelambpub.net | 01491 628 482

Set in a picturesque 16th-Century country house in the hamlet of Satwell, approximately 3 miles from Henley-on-Thames, The Lamb offers high-quality dishes at sensible prices alongside an eclectic wine and champagne list, a variety of draught products and a great selection of local real ales. The beautiful patio area with working herb garden and lawned BBQ area are the perfect backdrop to any summer afternoon or evening.

Pink Saucer Solutions | www.pinksaucersolutions.com | 07867 540301

Pink Saucer Solutions offer business support to start-ups and established SME’s. Based on the Berkshire/Oxfordshire border, Pink Saucer provide a wide range of office assistance including administration, secretarial, event and calendar coordination.

 Confetti & Spice | www.confettiandspice.co.uk | 01491 574 344

Our bespoke cakemaking and design company creates high quality, stylish, handcrafted cakes for all occasions. We work with our clients to translate their ideas and source the very best ingredients. 47a Duke Street, Henley-on-Thames Oxon. RG9 1UR

CENTURION PUBLIC RELATIONS 

Centurion PR | www.centurionpr.co.uk | 01189 471 999

Centurion Public Relations is a highly effective, professional PR consultancy specialising in the automotive, road transport and logistics industries. It offers an unrivalled, in-depth knowledge of all aspects of these business sectors and a thorough understanding of the editorial requirements of related trade and allied press. Excellent contacts and a close working relationship with senior journalists in all local and national press, radio and TV ensure maximum coverage.

Octopus Design Group | www.octopusdesigngroup.com | 01491 572 983

Do you have a product or service to promote? Need help in getting the right message in front of the right people? Octopus Design is a Henley-based design and marketing agency that can assist you with great ideas and practical solutions aimed at maximising the return on your budget.

Our Partners in 2009

     The Daily Telegraph & Sunday Telegraph | www.telegraph.co.uk

     The Henley Standard | www.henleystandard.co.uk

   Towergate Solutions |www.towergaterisksolutions.co.uk| 0870 901 2591

TRS Henley offer bespoke insurance broking and risk management solutions to businesses and individuals. We have given continuous service to Henley and UK based clients since the 1960’s.  We believe in traditional service values and understanding our clients’ business. This year we celebrate 50 years of the founding of our business by moving to new, larger premises in Duke Street, Henley.

   Hobbs of Henley | www.hobbs-of-henley.com | 01491 572 035

Hobbs of Henley was established in 1870 and remains today a name synonymous with bespoke river and boating service. They offer a fleet of vessels available for hire that can cater for any event or occasion. Jonathan Hobbs is the fifth generation of the family-run company.

Hotel du Vin | www.hotelduvin.com | 01491 848 400

Hotel du Vin & Bistro strives to be elegant but relaxed, classic yet quirky. The classic Georgian façade of the old Brakspears Brewery on New Street, only 50 yards from the riverside moorings, is home to Hotel du Vin & Bistro in Henley-on-Thames. Every inch of the superb brewery architecture has been converted, whilst the nature of the original building has been preserved.

Hot Gossip Coffeehouse | 7 Friday St, Henley-On-Thames, RG9 1AN | 01491 414 150

Hot Gossip is owned by Henley town councillor Lorraine Hillier and was opened two years ago on Friday Street. It quickly became the meeting place for local people and particularly for those interested in the arts and creative industries.

Higgs Group | www.higgsgroup.co.uk | 01491 579 099

Publishers of the Henley Standard, Higgs Group has been serving the community of Henley and South-Oxfordshire for over 100 years. The main business activities of the company are printing, publishing and office supplies.

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